Astro Photography By Wes Higgins
©2004 Wes Higgins
Herschel-Glyden Imaged 09-14-06 , 18 Inch Reflector , Infinity2-1M Camera
The Information Listed Below Is Provided By Personal Authorization From Christian Legrand Of VMA, Link To Virtual Moon Atlas
| Description: (Herschel) Young circular formation situated on the North slope of Ptolemaeus. Steep slopes overlapped to the South by Herschel G. Very high walls with terraces. Tormented floor with mountain off center. Craterlets. |
Size: (Herschel) Dimension: 43x43Km / 25x25Mi Height: 3770m / 11400ft Height/Wide ratio: 0.092 |
Observation: Interest : Exceptional formation Observation period: First Quarter or 6 days after Full Moon Minimal Instrument: 50 mm refractor |